
Metrobus fares start at $2 and are paid with cash or SmarTrip® card upon boarding; daily, weekly, and monthly discounted bus passes are available as well. Other local bus services may also accept SmarTrip® card, though prices may vary. Buy SmarTrip® cards online, at any Metrorail station, or at many convenient locations.
If you use more than one bus to reach your destination, use a SmarTrip®card to receive a free bus-to-bus transfer within a two-hour period. If connecting to Metrorail, enjoy a discounted fare. No transfer discounts are provided with cash fare payment.
DDOT and Destination DC offer a one-stop-shop for all motorcoach and group tour operators visiting the District. Call the hotline for information on parking, permitting, routing and more! 1.855.67-BUSES (28737)
LATE NIGHT BUS MAP
While many bus operators suspend services after midnight, there are select DC Circulator and Metrobus routes that provide late night service on specific routes. Check out our late night bus map to explore your bus options until 2am and 4am!
Operated by the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority (WMATA), Metrobus services the DC metro area, connecting with other local transit providers.
The DC Circulator delivers affordable, comfortable, and efficient bus service that connects people to popular destinations, culture and entertainment throughout the District.
Most DASH routes connect with either Metrobus, Metrorail, or the Virginia Railway Express (VRE). This service also operates the King Street Trolley, with access to King St-Old Town Metro station.
ART operates in neighborhoods throughout Arlington that are not serviced by Metrobus and helps to increase the frequency of buses on crowded Metrobus routes. All ART routes connect to Metro stations located throughout Arlington County.
RESOURCES
The City of Fairfax City-University Energysaver (CUE) bus system provides regularly scheduled, low-cost transportation services to George Mason University, shopping centers, and other locations within the City of Fairfax, as well as the Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metrorail Station.
This daily bus system services Fairfax County and connects to Metrorail’s Blue, Orange, and Yellow Lines.
National Coach Works of VA, Inc. provides commuter and charter coach service from Fredericksburg/Richmond to Washington, DC. Take commuter routes 705 or 715 from Golden Beach P&R (Charlotte Hall) Mattawoman Beantown P&R to Washington DC
Weekday rush hour bus service is available to Washington, DC, West Falls Church, the Pentagon, and Rosslyn from Park ‘N Ride lots in Loudoun County. Bus service from West Falls Church to Loudoun County is also available.
OmniRide, a service of the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC), offers weekday bus services to the District and various Metrorail stations in Northern Virginia.
The Young Transportation Service (YTS) commuter bus connects Annapolis to New Carrollton Metro station via the Route 50 Corridor. The 921 Connector takes riders from Annapolis to New Carrollton and back.
RTA services Central Maryland, including Howard County, Anne Arundel County, City of Laurel, and Northern Prince George’s County.
RESOURCES
The Ride On bus network services Montgomery County, MD providing riders with access to numerous Metrorail and Metrobus lines and an easy way to get into DC.
Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) commuter buses provide shuttle bus service to the District. Companies under contract are Dillon Bus Service, Eyre Bus Service, Keller Transportation, and Martz/Gold Line.
RESOURCES
Bus service in Prince George’s County, MD operating on weekdays with stops across the county and to numerous Metrorail stations.
CONNECTIONS TO DC
The University of Maryland Department of Transportation Services provides shuttle service to members of the College Park. While some routes require a UMD ID to ride, the routes below are open to the public.
CONNECTIONS TO DC
Greyhound buses depart from Union Station bus depot, accessible from Metrorail’s Red Line.
Provides service throughout the East Coast and leaves directly from bus depot at Union Station, accessible from Metrorail’s Red Line.
Provides service throughout the East Coast and beyond as far west as Toronto, Buffalo, NY, Pittsburgh, PA and Knoxville, TN. Departs from Union Station bus depot via Metrorail’s Red Line.
Express bus service between DC and New York City and Norfolk, VA. Departs from the Union Station bus depot, accessible by Metrorail’s Red Line.
Provides daily express bus service between DC and New York City. Departs from Union Station bus depot, accessible by Metrorail’s Red Line.
Finding a good route is important when you are trying to get around the region by bus. Fortunately, there are maps, apps, websites and tools to help you find your way.
Available on:
iOS
Get real-time trip planning and departure information, service alerts, and live crowding reports in the palm of your hand. Activate the app using the 5-digit code provided by your building or employer. (If you have an Actionfigure Screen in your lobby providing transportation information, you’ll find the code there.)
The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free.
Real-time Metrorail and Metrobus predictions for planning trips in DC, Maryland, or Virginia.
Available on:
Android
Get real-time predictions for DC Metrorail, Metrobus, Arlington Transit (ART), DC Circulator, DC Streetcar, PG County-The Bus, Fairfax CUE, and UMD Shuttle. Keep track of your favorite stations and sort them however you like!
Transit is your real-time urban travel companion. Get accurate real-time predictions, simple trip planning, step-by-step navigation, service disruption notifications, and departure and stop reminders.
Compare and combine any transportation mode like the bus, train, taxi, metro, a personal or shared car or bike, motorcycle, or rideshare.
Receive up to three itineraries for getting to your destination by bus, rail, or both. Available on WMATA’s website.
CommuterDirect is your one-stop shop for transit passes. All regional and local bus and rail passes can be purchased here.
For complete information about all travel options in the region. 1-800-270-9553
For information about projects and planning for bus transportation in the District of Columbia.
Learn about commuter and employer resources, latest transit news and service alerts.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the state of Maryland.
For information about transit updates, projects and more in the capital region.
Purchase a WMATA SmarTrip® card to be used interchangeably throughout Washington, Baltimore and the surrounding region.
For information about the department meetings and projects.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Learn about legislative advocacy projects to enhance Virginia’s transportation systems.
Simply enter your starting point and destination, and receive up to three itineraries including results for Metrorail, Metrobus, or a combination of both.
An easy, economical way to get around the District. Fare only costs $1! For information about specific routes, please select a route below.
Visit DCCirculator.com
The Dupont Circle–Georgetown–Rosslyn route takes riders to the city’s hot spots in Northwest and connects to Rosslyn, VA.
The Georgetown-Union Station route travels east-west through historic Georgetown and connects to Union Station, DC’s central transit hub.
The Woodley Park/Adams Morgan/McPherson Square route caters to foodies (14th St NW) and late-night bar patrons with weekend service until 3:30am.
The Eastern Market -L’Enfant Plaza route links the Eastern Market Metro station to the L’Enfant Plaza Metro station and caters to baseball fans with additional service to Nationals Park on game days.
The Congress Heights – Union Station route travels through historic Anacostia connecting riders from Union Station to Congress Heights Metro Station.
The National Mall route is on the only public transit option providing door-to-door access to the National Mall’s iconic museums and monuments.
To order a printed version, visit CommuterPage.com. For bulk copies, email info@godcgo.com.